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TikTok debuts live podcast series to deepen artist–fan engagement
TikTok is testing another format shift with a new live podcast series, TikTok In The Mix, as the platform continues to reach beyond the short-form videos that built its audience.…
Instagram adds “Your Algorithm” for more control over reels recommendations
Instagram is rolling out a new Reels feature that gives users a clearer window into how the platform decides what shows up in their feeds. The update, called Your Algorithm,…
Teams for macOS adds optional native screen-sharing picker
Microsoft is expanding its updates for Teams on macOS with a new screen- and window-sharing experience that taps into Apple’s native content picker. The feature, first previewed at Ignite 2025,…
Mophie expands GaN charger lineup with new SpeedPort series
Mophie has introduced a new series of GaN-based Speedport wall chargers, expanding its lineup with a range of USB-C power options aimed at phones, tablets, laptops, and other portable electronics.…
iFixit returns to the App Store with AI-driven repair assistant FixBot
iFixit has returned to the App Store with a free repair app built around an AI system designed to diagnose issues and guide users through common fixes on iPhones, MacBooks,…
Razer’s boomslang returns as a limited 20th anniversary release
Razer’s decision to bring back the Boomslang for its 20th anniversary leans heavily on the nostalgia surrounding one of the earliest attempts to build a mouse specifically for competitive play.…
McDonald’s Netherlands pulls AI-generated Christmas ad after widespread criticism
McDonald’s Netherlands has withdrawn a 45-second holiday advertisement after it was widely mocked for its reliance on generative AI. The spot, produced by TBWA\Neboko, attempted to frame the festive season…
Pebble introduces a smart ring built to run without charging
Pebble’s latest device, the Index 01 smart ring, takes a restrained approach to digital note-taking at a time when most wearables lean heavily on constant connectivity and battery anxiety. Instead…
Huawei Watch Ultimate 2: a closer look at this outdoor-focused smartwatch
The huawei watch ultimate 2 is positioned as a premium outdoor smartwatch that blends traditional watch styling with modern fitness and navigation features. Built with a zirconium-based liquid metal case,…
Instagram’s quiet AI experiment is reshaping how your posts appear in search
Instagram’s use of AI-generated headlines on user posts is raising new questions about how much control individuals actually have over the way their content appears outside the app. While users…
noon and Yango test the realities of autonomous last-mile logistics across the GCC
Yango Group and noon have outlined a regional plan to expand autonomous robot delivery across the GCC, shifting the technology from controlled pilots into active commercial service. The agreement begins…
Google Photos adds new templates and a redesigned editor for easier video creation
Google Photos is rolling out a set of new video-editing tools designed to streamline how users create highlight reels and short-form videos, continuing the app’s gradual shift from a simple…
New Spotify update brings audio-to-video toggle to US and Canada
Spotify’s latest update extends its gradual shift into video by rolling out music videos to Premium subscribers in the United States and Canada, a move that mirrors the long-established approach…
Nothing’s Phone (3a) Community Edition lands in India with retro design cues
Nothing has introduced the Phone (3a) Community Edition in India, a limited-run model shaped through the company’s yearlong Community Edition Project. The device reflects contributions from four fan creators selected…
Fujifilm expands hybrid instant lineup with mini LiPlay+ and new soft glitter film
Fujifilm is introducing a new hybrid instant camera, the instax mini LiPlay+, alongside a new mini-format film called Soft Glitter, which features muted color gradients accented with gold detailing. The…
Adobe premieres YouTube Shorts editor on iPhone as Android users wait
Adobe has begun rolling out a YouTube Shorts–focused editing tool within its mobile Premiere app, though the update is arriving first on iPhone rather than across both major mobile platforms.…
Another setback for Samsung Ballie as release window quietly slips
Samsung’s Ballie home robot is facing another setback, extending a cycle of anticipation that has surrounded the device since its debut. First introduced in 2020 as an AI-powered domestic companion,…
LG introduces updated Styler to UAE with expanded fabric-care features
LG has introduced a new iteration of its Styler clothing-care appliance to the UAE, positioning it as a more capable, feature-rich update aimed at households that regularly manage delicate garments…